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17 July 2026

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8/10

India's retail inflation trends

  • Retail inflation reached 4.38% in June, breaching the RBI's 4% target.
  • Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation remains elevated at 9.87% in June.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

8/10

NITI Aayog proposal for BioEconomy Growth Fund

  • NITI Aayog report: 'Roadmap for building India as a leading bioeconomy powerhouse by 2035'.
  • Goal: Transform India into a top three global biotechnology power by 2035.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

8/10

Supreme Court on 'bulldozer justice' contempt petitions

  • The Supreme Court has directed that contempt petitions regarding 'bulldozer justice' (arbitrary demolition of private property) be transferred to respective State High Courts.
  • The Court reasoned that these petitions involve disputed facts requiring in-depth, case-specific enquiries, making them unsuitable for the Supreme Court's direct jurisdiction.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 7-day story

8/10

Opposition to Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill

  • The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, proposes a comprehensive overhaul of the higher education sector in India.
  • The Bill aims to replace the University Grants Commission (UGC), the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) with a single apex regulatory body.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

7/10

Revised CAFE III fuel efficiency norms

  • The Ministry has released the third draft of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE III) norms for passenger vehicles.
  • Implementation is scheduled to commence from April 2027.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 21-day story

7/10

Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin scheme scrutiny

  • Scheme: Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, Maharashtra.
  • Objective: Promote economic independence, health, and nutrition of women; strengthen family decision-making.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

India-Pakistan dialogue debate

  • Historical context: India and Pakistan have engaged in three wars (1947, 1965, 1971) while maintaining a battlefield concept that largely avoided civilian targets, unlike the 'area bombing' doctrines seen in WWII.
  • Military casualties: Official Indian sources estimate 8,211 military casualties across the three wars; Pakistani figures estimate approximately 15,000.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

Supreme Court policy for release of elderly prisoners

  • Supreme Court directed all States and UTs to formulate a uniform policy for the premature release of elderly and terminally ill prisoners within three months.
  • The policy aims to provide a humane and time-bound mechanism for remission on compassionate grounds.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

7/10

Opposition stance on delimitation Bill

  • Delimitation involves the redrawing of boundaries of Lok Sabha and Assembly constituencies to reflect population changes.
  • Opposition parties have indicated that any support for a delimitation Bill is contingent upon specific amendments, including a potential 50% increase in the total number of parliamentary seats.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 24-day story

7/10

Kunal Kamra's plea against IT Rules

  • Kunal Kamra has challenged the constitutional validity of the 2025 amendment to Rule 3(1)(d) of the IT Rules, 2021, and the Sahyog Portal in the Bombay High Court.
  • The petitioner argues that the current framework enables content takedowns without adequate safeguards, potentially violating Article 19(1)(a) (freedom of speech and expression).

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Strategic infrastructure in modern warfare

  • Strategic infrastructure, including roads, tunnels, airfields, and ports, remains essential for national security despite advancements in military technology.
  • The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is the primary agency responsible for constructing strategic infrastructure in challenging terrains.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

7/10

Launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train

  • India's first hydrogen-powered fuel cell train (NaMo Green Rail) launched in Jind, Haryana.
  • The train is indigenously designed and integrated, featuring 10 coaches.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

7/10

Monsoon Session of Parliament and legislative agenda

  • Monsoon Session of Parliament scheduled to commence on July 20.
  • Legislative agenda includes: Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 (targeting Vande Mataram), Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan Bill, 2025, Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, and MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 10-day story

6/10

Bill to replace FII tax exemption Ordinance

  • The Government has listed a Bill for the Monsoon Session of Parliament to replace an Ordinance issued in June.
  • The Ordinance provides tax exemptions to Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and the Bank of International Settlements (BIS).

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

6/10

CBDT transparency on foreign assets data

  • The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is enabling taxpayers to view information received from foreign jurisdictions regarding their assets and income.
  • Data is shared under the Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) framework, which involves over 100 countries.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Windfall tax adjustments on fuel exports

  • The Centre adjusts the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on fuel exports on a fortnightly basis.
  • Effective July 16, the SAED on diesel exports increased from ₹8.5/litre to ₹15.5/litre.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 4-day story

6/10

Ethanol contamination in fuel

  • E20 fuel (20% ethanol blend) exhibits hygroscopic properties, meaning it has a high affinity for water.
  • Phase separation occurs when water content in E20 exceeds 0.5%, causing a water-ethanol mixture to settle at the bottom of storage tanks.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 21-day story

6/10

EPFO interest credit for 2025-26

  • EPFO credited interest for the financial year 2025-26 to 34 crore accounts on July 15.
  • The total interest amount credited exceeds ₹1.44 lakh crore.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 8-day story

6/10

Supreme Court on three-language scheme

  • Supreme Court bench suggested that the three-language scheme should introduce a third language in Class 6 and conclude it by Class 9 to mitigate academic stress.
  • The Court observed that Class 10 Board examination pressure often begins as early as Class 8, making the introduction of a new language in Class 9 pedagogically stressful.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

6/10

Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business Bill

  • Chhattisgarh Assembly passed the Chhattisgarh Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026.
  • The legislation introduces a risk- and trust-based business permission system, a first in India.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

6/10

Kerala's Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme

  • The Priyadarshini scheme provides free travel for women and transgender individuals on KSRTC Ordinary buses in Kerala.
  • Average daily ridership of women on KSRTC Ordinary buses increased by 87%, rising from 6.48 lakh to 12.12 lakh.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 6-day story

6/10

Delhi Start-up and Incubation Policy

  • Delhi Start-up and Incubation Policy approved with a ₹400 crore allocation over five years.
  • Objective: Promote innovation, self-employment, and transform Delhi into a global innovation hub.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

Kudankulam nuclear power plant data breach

  • A data breach involving Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. resulted in the exposure of approximately 14.3 GB of files related to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) Units 3 and 4.
  • The leaked data originated from a server hosted by Yotta Data Services, a third-party provider for Reliance Infrastructure.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

6/10

NEET-UG 2026 re-examination results

  • National Testing Agency (NTA) declared NEET-UG 2026 re-examination results following the cancellation of the May 3 exam due to alleged paper leaks.
  • 11.21 lakh candidates qualified out of nearly 20 lakh who appeared for the June 21 re-test.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 84-day story

5/10

U.S.-Iran military escalation

  • U.S. has expanded military strikes into northern Iran, including areas near Tehran and Semnan province (ballistic missile and space program sites).
  • U.S. naval forces are enforcing a blockade, with recent engagement of a ship accused of violating the blockade.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 54-day story

5/10

Recognition of south Indian artistes

  • Concerns exist regarding the timing and selection process of national civilian and cultural awards, with critics arguing that recognition for artists from southern India and other regions like the Northeast is often delayed or overlooked.
  • The Padma Awards and other state-sponsored honours are frequently criticized for being influenced by political considerations, proximity to power centers in Delhi and Mumbai, and electoral cycles.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims

5/10

CRPF instructions for Manipur security

  • CRPF has mandated the use of armoured vehicles for all troop movements in Manipur following recent ambushes on Assam Rifles.
  • Security forces are instructed to avoid sudden or unplanned deployments to mitigate ambush risks.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 26-day story

5/10

DGMA advisory on Strait of Hormuz

  • The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has issued an advisory to ship owners, managers, and recruitment agencies to avoid deploying Indian sailors on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The advisory follows recent attacks on two vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, within the Strait of Hormuz.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 23-day story

5/10

Return of Bengali migrants from Bangladesh

  • Four Indian citizens from Birbhum, West Bengal, were detained by Delhi Police and deported to Bangladesh on suspicion of being foreign nationals.
  • The individuals successfully returned to India on July 8 following a year-long legal process.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

5/10

Protest over custodial death in Andhra Pradesh

  • A custodial death incident occurred in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, involving an individual named Yedukondalu.
  • Protests erupted on the Manubolu National Highway, leading to traffic disruption.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

5/10

ISRO staff exodus

  • Department of Space (DoS) issued a memorandum on July 14 to restrict the resignation and voluntary retirement of Group A scientific and technical personnel.
  • The directive specifically targets staff associated with critical missions of national importance, including the Gaganyaan project.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Digitised inventory for Sabarimala assets

  • The Kerala High Court has directed the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) to implement a comprehensive, systematic, and digitised inventory management system for all assets at Sabarimala Sannidhanam.
  • The directive covers both consumable and non-consumable assets maintained by the TDB.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 5-day story

5/10

Illegal coal mining near Assam-Arunachal border

  • Reports of illegal coal extraction from abandoned Coal India Limited (CIL) mines near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border.
  • Specific location identified: Itakhola area of Ledo, Margherita Subdivision.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 2-day story

5/10

Prevention of child marriages in Sikar

  • Five child marriages were prevented in Sikar, Rajasthan, through court-issued injunctions on a single day.
  • Interventions involved coordination between police and voluntary organizations like Gayatri Seva Sansthan and Just Rights for Children (JRC).

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

5/10

J&K Statehood protests

  • The Jammu and Kashmir administration faces competing demands regarding statehood restoration and governance standards.
  • The National Conference (NC) has proposed a protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, to advocate for the restoration of statehood and constitutional guarantees.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 13-day story

5/10

Bribery racket in Delhi prisons

  • Eleven individuals arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in Delhi for operating a bribery racket within the prison system.
  • The accused include an assistant superintendent, six jail warders, two advocates, and two private individuals.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

5/10

Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike

  • Sonam Wangchuk is on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, protesting against the current education system and demanding the resignation of the Union Education Minister.
  • The Delhi High Court has directed the Union and Delhi governments to ensure regular medical monitoring of the activist, citing that the life of a citizen is precious.

2 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 84-day story

4/10

Editor's note on reporting

  • Journalism requires a combination of preparation, persistence, and external support systems.
  • Field reporting in remote or disaster-prone areas (e.g., Uttarakhand, Chambal ravines) faces significant logistical challenges including infrastructure gaps and extreme weather.

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims

4/10

Kamban's Ramayana and devotion

  • Kamban's Ramayana consists of 10,569 stanzas, each containing four lines.
  • The epic maintains fidelity to the original storyline of Valmiki while employing a distinct poetic style.

1 min · 1 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Cyclosporiasis outbreak in the U.S.

  • Cyclosporiasis is a gastrointestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.
  • Transmission occurs via the faeco-oral route through consumption of contaminated food or water; it does not spread person-to-person.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Health effects of GLP-1 medicines

  • GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) medicines are primarily indicated for obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiometabolic risk management, not as cosmetic treatments.
  • Rapid weight loss associated with GLP-1 therapy can lead to visible dermatological changes, including facial volume loss (hollowing of cheeks/temples), skin laxity, and folds.

2 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Political crisis in Ukraine

  • The U.S. State Department has approved a weapons sale to Saudi Arabia valued at approximately $1.96 billion.
  • The primary objective of the sale is to bolster Saudi Arabia's air defence capabilities.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

U.S. immigration policy changes for students and journalists

  • The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has finalized rules to restrict the duration of stay for foreign students and journalists.
  • Student visa holders will be admitted for the duration of their academic program, capped at a maximum of four years.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 4-day story

4/10

Russia-Ukraine conflict status

  • Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated there is no immediate prospect for resuming peace talks with Ukraine, though Russia remains open to the concept of negotiations.
  • Russia acknowledged Turkiye's ongoing efforts to facilitate potential peace dialogues.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 16-day story

4/10

Shapoorji Pallonji Group dollar debt sale

  • Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) Group successfully raised $650 million through its inaugural dollar-denominated debt issuance.
  • The fundraising was conducted by Mercury Finance, a subsidiary of the SP Group.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Wipro and Tech Mahindra Q1 financial results

  • Wipro Q1 FY27: Net profit ₹3,352 crore (flat growth), revenue ₹24,479 crore (11% YoY increase).
  • Wipro IT services revenue: $2.61 billion (1.4% sequential dip, 1% YoY growth).

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Alexander Zverev and Type 1 diabetes awareness

  • Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease where the pancreas's beta-cells are destroyed, preventing insulin production.
  • T1D differs from Type 2 diabetes, where the body resists insulin effects.

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims

4/10

Andhra Pradesh handloom exports to U.S.

  • Andhra Pradesh State Textile Development Corporation has entered into a joint venture with India Fashions Incorporated Limited, a firm based in the U.S. owned by Indian citizens.
  • The initiative aims to export Rs. 1 crore worth of handloom goods, specifically shirts and other materials, to the U.S. market by October.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Himalayan flora and tourism

  • The Himalayan region, spanning from North to East India, is currently experiencing a peak flowering season.
  • Key floral species identified include marigolds, rhododendrons, Dzukou lilies, and violets.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Stampede during Rath Yatra in Puri

  • Incident: Stampede-like situation occurred during the annual Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha.
  • Location: Badadanda, the road connecting Shree Jagannath Temple and Gundicha Temple.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Lakhimpur Kheri witness intimidation case

  • The Uttar Pradesh police informed the Supreme Court that former Minister Ajay Mishra and his son Ashish are not involved in the alleged intimidation of witnesses in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri farmers' death case.
  • The police confirmed that neither individual has been chargesheeted for witness intimidation; the chargesheet in this specific matter has been filed against one individual, Amandeep Singh.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

ISKCON Rath Yatra date controversy

  • Conflict between the Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee (Puri) and ISKCON regarding the timing of Rath Yatra processions.
  • Puri temple tradition mandates Rath Yatra on the second day of the bright fortnight of the month of Asadha (Hindu lunar calendar).

1 min · 2 questions · 2 prelims · 2-day story

4/10

Silkyara tunnel construction accident

  • Incident: A fatal accident occurred at the Silkyara tunnel construction site on Thursday at 2 a.m.
  • Location: The accident took place 900 metres inside the tunnel from the Barkot end.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

TTD donations and donor privileges

  • The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) manages the Lord Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala.
  • TTD received ₹96.98 crore in donations in a single day on Tuesday.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Capture of wild elephant in Chittoor

  • A sub-adult wild tusker was captured in the Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, near the Tamil Nadu border.
  • The operation involved five kumkis (trained elephants), approximately 50 forest personnel, and veterinary experts.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Supreme Court on Karnataka Council election recount

  • The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by the Deputy Chairman of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly challenging a High Court order for a vote recount.
  • The dispute pertains to the 2021 Legislative Council election in Karnataka.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Rahul Gandhi's event in Dehradun

  • The 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' (Voice of Students) event in Dehradun highlights concerns regarding the integrity of recruitment examinations in Uttarakhand.
  • Issues raised include systemic irregularities in state-level recruitment processes, specifically within the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC).

1 min · 1 questions · 0 prelims · 84-day story

4/10

Engineer Rashid's custody parole for Parliament

  • A Delhi court granted custody parole to a jailed Lok Sabha MP to attend the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
  • Custody parole involves a prisoner being escorted by armed police personnel to a specific location.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

Tamil Nadu CM's anti-corruption warning

  • Tamil Nadu Chief Minister issued a directive to Cabinet members and senior officials regarding zero tolerance for corruption and administrative irregularities.
  • Emphasis placed on the long-term continuity of governance rather than short-term electoral cycles.

1 min · 2 questions · 0 prelims · 3-day story

4/10

Deportation of Bangladeshi nationals from Gurugram

  • Thirteen individuals identified as Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in Gurugram have been apprehended by the Crime Branch, Sector-39.
  • The apprehension is part of a special verification drive conducted by the Gurugram police targeting illegal residents.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims

4/10

DDA flat sales in Narela

  • Narela has become the primary driver of Delhi Development Authority (DDA) housing sales, contributing nearly 90% of total flats sold in Q1 of 2026-27.
  • The DDA successfully sold 1,284 flats during the first quarter of the 2026-27 fiscal year.

1 min · 1 questions · 1 prelims · 10-day story

4/10

Harassment of Booth Level Officer in Delhi

  • A Booth Level Officer (BLO) was allegedly harassed while conducting Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Old Delhi.
  • The incident involved the obstruction of official duties, refusal to accept enumeration forms, and inappropriate physical conduct toward the BLO.

1 min · 2 questions · 1 prelims · 76-day story

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